HF&P was out in force at the Special Olympics New Jersey Evening of Chance fundraiser. Our own Maria Fischer served as co-chair of the event. We had a great time while helping to raise awareness and funds for the 24,000 athletes of SONJ.
In support of the 24,000 athletes of Special Olympics New Jersey, almost 6,000 brave souls raised approximately $1.4M by plunging into the freezing cold ocean for the annual Polar Bear Plunge at Seaside, NJ. Hinkle, Prior & Fischer was proud to participate in such a large, fun and important event.
The most common factor in determining whether a child needs an extended school year (“ESY”), is the regression / recoupment calculus.
Five Things You Ca Do to Get You Ready for Your Child’s IEP Meeting
On June 19, 2014, Governor Christie signed legislation regarding the inclusion of students with disabilities in athletic activities (N.J.S.A. 18A:11-3.5 et seq.). This historic law is effective in the 2015-2016 school year. Why is the new sports law important?
Return Home New Jersey Compromise Bill is Harmful to Individuals with Disabilities Served Out-of-State By: Hinkle, Prior & Fischer, Attorneys at Law Yesterday we broadcast a legislative update and action alert regarding Senate Bill 2600 based on a reported compromise between the New Jersey Legislature and the Governor regarding DDD’s Return Home New Jersey (RHNJ) […]
By: Hinkle, Prior & Fischer, Attorneys-at-Law It appears as though the State of New Jersey is backing away from its controversial Return Home New Jersey program. This ill-advised policy attempts to relocate over 500 people with severe disabilities placed by New Jersey in appropriate out-of-state programs to in-state settings which are often unable to meet […]
Hinkle, Prior & Fischer recently submitted testimony to the Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee in support of New Jersey Senate Bill 2600, which proposes important protections for families affected by the New Jersey Division of Developmental Disabilities’ “Return Home New Jersey” (RHNJ) Initiative. The firm’s testimony is below. January 16, […]
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